Squigglyfrog Studios

11/02/2026

Smaller Build, Working Ads, Clean Carpets. We're Getting Somewhere.

Swordoku's GUI replacement is done, the build is smaller, no-ads and rewarded placements work, and daily rewards have had another pass. Bosses and enemy behaviours are next on the big list. Somehow the carpets and kitchen table got sorted too.

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10/31/2026

I Wanted to Make a Game. Apparently I Also Needed an Ad Department.

Today's Swordoku progress involved Play integrations, ad networks, consent screens, and trying to persuade one test ad to appear. Also: a rant about seasonal ad removal, a new credits scroller, and an increasingly tired developer.

https://squigglyfrog.com/blog/i-wanted-to-make-a-game-apparently-i-also-needed-an-ad-department?src=facebook

10/30/2026

Swordoku Lives! Now With Backups and a Slightly Broken Developer.

Swordoku survived the crash with almost nothing that couldn't be reapplied. Since then, it's been rewards, UI improvements, visual effects, and a much better backup setup. My elbow, meanwhile, decided septic bursitis would be a fun contribution to the week.

https://squigglyfrog.com/blog/swordoku-lives-now-with-backups-and-a-slightly-broken-developer?src=facebook

10/26/2026

And Then Swordoku Went Kaboom.

A hard crash has left Swordoku unplayable, with a ton of lost data and empty files. The backup I thought was running had stopped months ago. Right now, I'm trying to find out what can be recovered—and what has to be rebuilt.

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10/24/2026

Big enemy. Tiny hero. Every placement counts. ⚔️🧩 Fresh gameplay with expanded animations, exposed weaknesses, resistances, and plenty of new goodies! Clear glowing regions for double damage—but watch those resistant zones. 👀 Plus inventory & blacksmith! Would you chase the weakness or play it safe?

10/23/2026

The Loop Is Done. The To-Do List Apparently Didn't Get the Memo.

Swordoku's basic game loop is done, monsters are dropping Gold and Essence, and the combat HUD is getting another shuffle. This weekend's plans involve shops, boss mechanics, and possibly teaching a dragon to breathe fire. Also, a freezer.

https://squigglyfrog.com/blog/the-loop-is-done-the-to-do-list-apparently-didn-t-get-the-memo?src=facebook

10/23/2026

Sanctuary Has Left the Building. Please Mind the Dragons.

Sanctuary is a map now, the puzzle board has weaknesses and loot, and monsters have a proper pecking order. Swordoku is mostly playable—and I'm trying to keep the boss dragons out of the first dungeon.

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10/22/2026

Sanctuary: Come for the Campfire, Stay for the Inventory Management

Sanctuary gets a complete scene rebuild, working equipment and inventory systems, and daily rewards that won't punish a missed day. Gold, Essence, and plans for shops and achievements are taking shape too. Apparently a quiet little camp needs a lot of systems.

https://squigglyfrog.com/blog/sanctuary-come-for-the-campfire-stay-for-the-inventory-management?src=facebook

10/21/2026

Introducing Swordoku. Place blocks. Slay monsters. Try not to sacrifice all your HP. ⚔️🧩A little Swordoku: Grid & Glory gameplay preview — currently in development for Android!

10/21/2026